Money in a Minute for the Week Ending Aug. 14, 2026

on August 14, 2026

Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder Stacy Johnson.

Your Car Insurance Now Runs on AI. Whether It Works in Your Favor Is Another Matter

on August 14, 2026

Can the human factor be replaced in complex pricing and claim situations?

Increase Your Home’s Value With These 10 Affordable Front Yard Updates

on August 14, 2026

Elevate your front yard from neglected to neighborhood envy with these DIY landscaping tips.

13 of the Best Places to Retire in Nevada

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Here’s where you can find a pace of life that suits you, from bustling bigger cities to smaller towns tucked into natural beauty.

Drug Prices Just Had Their Biggest Drop Since 1963 — but Your Medical Bills Keep Climbing

on August 14, 2026

Prescription costs just cratered at a pace unseen in 60 years. So why won’t your total medical bill drop?

Wall Street Now Pays $100,000 to Read Trump’s Posts Before You Do — 6 Things to Know

on August 14, 2026

The president’s company is selling a head start on his posts. Here’s why your money’s on the losing end.

Your Car Could Use a Wash: Here Are 6 Tips to Do It Just Right

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A $50,000 car deserves more than a quick hose-down: Consumer Reports warns that the wrong soap or towel can damage its finish.

Amazon’s Jeff Bezos Has Been Obsessed With You for 30 Years. Should You Be Worried?

on August 14, 2026

He confessed to this in 1997. In 2026, he is still fixated.

7 Ways AI Can Cut Hundreds Off Your Next Trip

on August 14, 2026

Your neighbors are using AI to slash travel costs. Miss these tricks and you’re overpaying for every trip.

‘It’s the Economy, Stupid’ May Solve Social Security Woes, Experts Say

and on August 14, 2026

The trust fund could run dry by 2032, with a projected 22% benefit reduction unless lawmakers shore up the program’s finances.

See How the Texas Floods Unfolded and Why Camp Mystic Was in a Hazardous Location

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A deadly Texas flood exposed gaps in warning systems and showed how terrain, rainfall and development can turn rising water into a catastrophe

Inside the Summer Camp That Functions like a Pediatric Hospital

and on August 13, 2026

Families attend a medically equipped camp free of charge, while its staff handles 1,200 daily medications and complex treatments for children with serious illnesses

Here’s How Much Health Care Could Cost If You Retired Today (Brace for 6 Figures)

on August 13, 2026

Health care costs for retirees are on the rise again.

Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins Return After Lawsuit

and on August 13, 2026

A Florida judge dismissed shoppers’ claims in 2025, while Hershey says the seasonal candy will return alongside more than 20 Halloween products.

Why Apple Customers Will Have to Wait Over a Year for $250M Settlement

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A final hearing is scheduled for September 2027, and eligible buyers may receive $25 to $95 per qualifying iPhone if approved

Why Today’s Job Search Feels So Exhausting — and What to Do About It

and on August 13, 2026

Months of unanswered applications can damage confidence, but experts suggest setting boundaries and focusing on connections, health and skills

Over 1 Million Ladders Have Been Recalled. See Affected Products

and on August 13, 2026

The recalled attic ladders sold nationwide for up to $600, and owners have a simple way to check models and request a free repair kit

The New Rules of Laughing at Work and Safely Joking With Your Boss

on August 13, 2026

A chuckle isn’t always what it seems in the workplace, where laughter has become a careful balancing act.

Discover the Greek Paradise Where a Couple Can Retire on $2,000 a Month

on August 13, 2026

This Greek paradise offers authentic Mediterranean living for less than you might expect.

The Hidden Car Damage That Often Shows Up Weeks After a Road Trip

on August 13, 2026

A post-trip check can catch brake, tire and battery problems before a small issue becomes a repair costing thousands of dollars.

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